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Midterm or Midturn

Midterm or Midturn

October 2, 2026

The November election cycle is about far more than affordability or economic conditions. It is about the survivability of the American constitutional republic.

Trump Unpopularity Dampening GOP Hopes in Virginia

Trump Unpopularity Dampening GOP Hopes in Virginia

October 2, 2026

With the congressional generic ballot at D+8, gas prices still north of $4/gallon, and Trump's approval ratings in the low 30s, Virginia Republicans find themselves on the ropes.

This Just In: Virginia’s Senator Mark Warner Does Political Things

This Just In: Virginia’s Senator Mark Warner Does Political Things

October 2, 2026

Senator Mark Warner's healthcare proposal might be political theater, but it is also an attempt to break the policy logjam from a position of strength.

What Would a Blue Wave Mean for Education?

What Would a Blue Wave Mean for Education?

October 1, 2026

Democrats are looking poised for a good November. Five thoughts on what that might mean for K-12 & higher ed.

Of Course Muslims Can Be Republicans

Of Course Muslims Can Be Republicans

September 30, 2026

...and damn fine Americans, too. So who decided this was even going to be a discussion?

GOP Doomerism Isn’t Principled, It’s Stupid

GOP Doomerism Isn’t Principled, It’s Stupid

September 29, 2026

Pessimism isn’t principled or conservative. Shame on those participating in it.

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